1
I have learned much in many areas, but what was most
valuable for me is learning how to develop my prayer
life. Going deeper into understanding sin, discerning God's
will, listening quietly to Him, loving my wife even more, and
increasing my relationship with Jesus, the Servant, through
the examples of the saints. Learning to be humble is very
humbling, especially when I thought I already was.
2
When receiving Christ, I am always reminded who
he is (everything) and who I am (nothing). Yet, his
love for us is overwhelming. I pray that I can share that
same love with others by serving, especially providing
communion services to those who cannot attend Mass.
3
It was a whisper that I initially ignored. Then God
decided to get a little louder when I was in
adoration. I started the program reluctantly at first, but
wanted to be obedient to what God was calling me to do.
After the second year of formation, following his will for
me, I fully embraced and committed. I pray my will
becomes his will. ⊲
D E ACO N M I CH A E L B A I R D
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish
in Denver
What is one of the
most valuable things
you learned during
your formation for
the diaconate?
What role has
the Eucharist played
in your own faith
and vocation to
the diaconate?
Would you
characterize God's call
to the diaconate for
you as a whisper
or a roar? Why?
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MEET THE ARCHDIOCESE'S
NEWEST DEACONS
On June 24, 21 men were ordained to the
permanent diaconate. We asked the new
deacons the following questions:
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